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I'm still somewhat of a beginner when it comes to ship-modeling, though I've built 5 ships so far (all in plastic). During the past year or so, I've collected a stack of books on the subject of ship modeling, each ranging between SUPER helpful or NOT so much! This book falls in the category of NOT so much.
It has good info, but it is limited to the author's experience building a *from scratch* model of the Sea Witch. Much of the info here is applicable to different ships, but is unquestionably a builder's guide for the Sea Witch. There's even a fold-out plan sheet in the back....however, I feel that the narrative is not complete enough to be considered an instruction guide. It seems like the book is meant to help a beginner understand how ship models are built, but it spares the detailed construction guidelines that a beginner would need, seemingly assuming that anyone reading it would already know certain things.
Anyway, it's not a bad book, but calling it "Ship Models: How to build them" is like calling one recipe a cookbook.
I can suggest a few other books that I found SUPER helpful in learning about shipmodeling so far, with complete sections, and with subject matter that will apply to many different types of ship model, whether in wood or plastic (rigging, for example)...
Ship Modeling Simplified, by Frank Mastini is a GREAT BOOK for beginners...One of my favorites...
How to build plastic ship models, by Les Wilkins has some good (though somewhat dated and brief) information...
The Neophyte shipmodelers Jackstay By George Campbell is packed with good info despite being a smaller book...
Rigging Period Ship Models, by Lennarth Petersson in invaluable for understanding rigging (a must have)
Anyway, if you're looking for books on building ship models, always be sure to read as many reviews as you can before buying....for some are valuable and others worthless...depending of course on what you need. Hope this helps!
Whether you build model ships or not, these Dover reprints of vintage classics are a must have for anyone who is interested in ship construction and maritime history.
Charles G. Davis not only describes the construction and layout of model (and prototype) ships and boats, and illustrates them well, but he brings a vast first hand knowledge naval architecture and sailing know how to this manuscript. From carved hulls to built up construction (even pasteboard mock ups), Mr. Davis walks you through every aspect of model construction.
In this volume, he describes several specific historic ships, and provides key data and mold lines necessary to produce a quality facsimile. Included are several sets of plans that can be removed from the book for reference.
A fine volume to have on hand at a modest price.
And be sure to check out the late Mr. Davis' other Dover titles related to model ship building, he even describes how to build or modify your own tools for fine craftsman work.
Provides a nice overview but if you are looking for specifics there are better books out there. It does not have anything really devoted to planking a model, in fact only a couple of pages even talk about it. Good for overall definitions, but lacking in pictures or diagrams explaining what is being discusses.
The type of wooden model kit covered in this book can cost hundreds of dollars, and the plans that are included in the kits. while detailed, are not enough to do a good job. You need more help. I bought this book to get some help, but was disappointed as soon as I opened the pages. As much as I love Amazon, you can't be sure what is between the covers until you can open the book yourself. If I could have paged through this book, I would have realized right away that it wasn't what I was looking for. This is a book about a master builder. It is not really written to help a novice builder like myself. I regret the purchase.
What I have learned is that there will not be any one book that will guide a person through this hobby. "How To Build First-Rate Models From Kits" by Ben Langkford is a better purchase by far, but that single book will also not be enough. If you are relying on books for help, you will find yourself with a small library of books, each of which will be better than others to help with some aspect. So be careful what you buy.
A web site that really was better than the books is Model Ship Builders. There I found a detailed builder's log, with many photos, for the very model I am building: Model Shipways "Dapper Tom".
Some day I will appreciate Charles Davis' book - he is a craftsman - but look elsewhere for tips to help you build your model.
I found the book Ship Models, which included a plan of the Sea Witch, by Charles G Davis, an excellent source of information. I would recommend this publication to anyone considering building ship models, especially the Sea Witch. I am constantly referring to the dimensions and techniques. Very informative book.
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